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This career requires a high level of certain physical abilities, such as physical strength, standing or walking, good eyesight, or good hearing   

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Retail Salespersons

Sell merchandise, such as furniture, clothes, or automobiles, in stores.

Quick Facts

Wages:

 Well below the statewide median
 $12.72 / hour    Read more about wages

Outlook:

 Shrinking
Growth rate:  -2.3%    Read more about outlook

Education:

 High School or less is typically required.

On the Job:

 Typical Work Tasks
  • Answer customer questions about goods or services.
  • Demonstrate products to consumers.
  • Sell products or services.
  • Gather customer or product information to determine customer needs.
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Job Title Examples:

 Merchandise Manager
Sales Associate
Sales Clerk

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